Bangkor . Hanoi . Halong Bay . Danang . Hue .
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) . Angkor Wat (Siem Reap)
Explore scenic Vietnam, with a scenic cruise on magnificent Halong Bay, and discover majestic Angkor Wat, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Tour Code: T9AS14BV
Features
OUR WORLD OF DIFFERENCE®
All Thailand, Vietnam & Cambodia air/land transportation
Includes all intra-Southeast Asia transfers between airports and hotels (initial arrival and final departure transfers are included when transpacific air is purchased through Pacific Delight Tours, Inc.)
13 nights in FiveStarPlus® hotels
13 breakfast, 9 lunches, 9 dinners
Comprehensive sightseeing, special cultural activities and performances as noted
Includes baggage handling, port charges, hotel taxes and service fees
Ask about our preferred transpacific airfare rates - each purchase include $100,000 Automatic Flight Insurance. Earn frequent flyer credit with each air/land purchase.
CULTURAL DISCOVERIES
BANGKOK: Royal Grand Palace; Wat Phra Kaeo's Emerald Buddha; classical Thai dance performance
AYUTTHAYA: Bang Pa In; ruins at Ayutthaya; luncheon cruise on Chao Phraya River
HANOI: Ho Chi Minh House; One Pillar Pagoda; Temple of Literature (Van Mieu); "Hanoi Hilton" prison; Old Quarter tour by pedicab; water puppet show; Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum (if available)
HALONG BAY: Cruise on Chinese junk on magnificent Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage site
DANANG: Cham Museum; Marble Mountain; China Beach
HUE: Cruise on Perfume River; Thien Mu Pagoda; Tomb of EMperor Minh Mang; Citadel's Imperial City; including Thai Hoa Palace; Halls of the Mandarins; Forbidden Purple City
HO CHI MINH CITY (Saigon): Notre Dame Cathedral; City Hall; Opera House; Reunification Palace; Water Remnants Museum; Jade Emperor Pagoda; Giac Lam Pagoda; Binh Tay Market; Thien Hau Pagoda; Ben Thanh Market; Tay Ninh excursion to Caodai Great Temple and CU Chi Tunnels
SIEM REAP: Angkor Wat; including Ta Prohm and Angkor Thom's Bayon temple; Hindu temples
Day by Day Itinerary
DAY 1 • Friday • Arrive Bangkok
Check into your Deluxe accommodations.
DAY 2 • Saturday • Bangkok
Morning sightseeing highlight is a visit to the lavish Royal Grand Palace, official home of the Thai royal family. Wat Phra Kaeo, in contrast, awes guests with the sight and aura of the priceless Emerald Buddha. The remainder of the day is free. Enjoy a classical Thai dance performance with your dinner this evening.
MEALS: American Breakfast, Dinner Show
DAY 3 • Sunday • Bangkok/Ayutthaya/Bangkok
Full day tour takes you to Thailand's ancient capital, Ayutthaya, to visit the ancient city and temple ruins. Continue on to visit Bang Pa In, the Summer Palace, before boarding a relaxing four-hour cruise down the Chao Phraya River back to Bangkok. Lunch is served during the cruise.
MEALS: American Breakfast, Lunch
VIETNAM
DAY 4 • Monday • Bangkok/Hanoi, Vietnam
After a morning flight arrive in Hanoi. Sightseeing includes a visit to Ho Chi Minh's House, built on stilts in a traditional Vietnamese style. Continue on to visit One Pillar Pagoda; the Temple of Literature, dedicated to Confucius; and the former "Hanoi Hilton" prison, so named by American POWs during the war. After lunch, explore the fascinating maze of back streets on a pedicab ride through the Old Quarter. After dinner at a local restaurant, enjoy an entertaining performance at theWater Puppet Theater, a unique art form that originated in northern Vietnam over a thousand years ago. MEALS: American Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5 • Tuesday • Hanoi/Halong Bay
This morning tour the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum* before departing Hanoi by motorcoach to Halong Bay, known as the "Bay of the Descending Dragon." Tonight enjoy dinner at Tau Hong Ngoc Restaurant in Halong. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner *The Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum is closed on Mondays and Fridays, and is closed completely Oct-Nov.
DAY 6 •Wednesday • Halong Bay/Hanoi
In a traditional wooden Chinese junk, cruise on magnificent Halong Bay, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, marveling at the emerald waters and craggy limestone cliffs. Stop to explore one of the many caves in the area. Sail past picturesque islands, floating villages, fishermen casting their nets and pearl fisheries as you observe the rhythms of daily life on the bay. Lunch will be served during your cruise. Return to Hanoi by motorcoach later today. Dinner this evening at a local restaurant. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 • Thursday • Hanoi/Danang
Fly to Danang. Visit the Cham Museum, which houses the finest collection of Cham sculpture in the world. Later, an excursion features the Marble Mountains, consisting of five hillocks, each made entirely of marble and containing ancient caves used as Buddhist sanctuaries; and beautiful China Beach, an “R&R” spot for American GIs during the Vietnam War. Return to Danang. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8 • Friday • Danang/Hue
This morning, drive to Hue, the old imperial capital. Cross over HaiVan Pass with its spectacular views. From Hue, cruise on the fabled Perfume River, and stop to visit Thien Mu Pagoda, an elegant seven-tiered octagonal tower, and the Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, known for its majestic architecture. Drive back to Hue past the striking Flag Tower, and visit the Imperial Citadel. Within its walls are palaces and temples such as Thai Hoa Palace, Halls of the Mandarins, and Forbidden Purple City. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 • Saturday • Hue/Ho Chi Minh City
Take a short flight to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly Saigon, Vietnam's largest city. Tour its historic city center, the heart of colonial Saigon, and pass by classic European-style landmarks including the ornate City Hall and the Opera House. Stop to visit neo-Romanesque Notre Dame Cathedral and the Central Post Office. Continue on to see modern history at the Reunification Palace, symbol of the fall of South Vietnam in 1975, and the War Remnants Museum. This afternoon visit Cholon (Chinatown). Stop to see two of Saigon's most intriguing landmarks, Jade Emperor Pagoda and Giac Lam Pagoda, the oldest in the city. On to Binh Tay Market, a vast wholesale market, and then tour Thien Hau Pagoda, built by its Cantonese congregation and dedicated to the heavenly goddess. End your tour at Ben Thanh Market, where vendors display a vast array of goods and handicrafts. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 10 • Sunday • Ho Chi Minh City (Cu Chi excursion)
Today begins with a visit to the town of Tay Ninh, headquarters of one ofVietnam's most interesting religions, Caodism, an eclectic fusion of Eastern andWestern religious philosophies. Visit the Caodai Great Temple, a rococo extravagance built between 1933 and 1955. Afterwards continue on to Cu Chi, an important base during the war because of its strategic location. The incredible Cu Chi Tunnels, a hidden, 124 mile long network of tunnels used for storage, shelter, command posts, and hospitals were completely dug by hand tools over a 25-year period, to defend against both French and American troops. Return to Ho Chi Minh City.
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
CAMBODIA
DAY 11 • Monday • Ho Chi Minh City/Siem Reap (Angkor), Cambodia
This morning, fly to Siem Reap, gateway to Cambodia's most famous landmark, Angkor Wat. Capital of the Khmers from 802 to 1441 AD, Angkor's religious citadel is one of the largest temple complexes in the world, containing exquisite examples of Khmer and Hindu art. The largest, best preserved, and most religiously significant of the Angkor temples, Angkor Wat impresses visitors both by its sheer scale and beautifully proportioned layout, as well as the delicate artistry of its carvings. You will also visit the site of jungle-covered Ta Prohm. Continue on to mysterious Bayon Temple, one of the most compelling in Angkor, and explore its galleries of beautifully preserved bas reliefs. Ascend narrow stairs to reach the central sanctuary, where you will find giant stone faces smiling enigmatically down at you from every angle. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 12 • Tuesday • Angkor
Today's sightseeing continues your exploration of many of Angkor's magnificent Hindu temples such as the jewel of classical Khmer art, Banteay Srei and Ta Keo, both dedicated to Shiva, and Pre Rup, a pyramid-shaped 10th century temple. MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 13 • Wednesday • Angkor (Siem Reap)/Bangkok, Thailand Transfer to the airport for a flight to Bangkok. You will be met and transferred to your hotel.The balance of the day is free. MEALS: Breakfast
DAY 14 • Thursday • Journey Home
After breakfast, your program ends. Ask about our transpacific air prices with attractive add-ons from hometown cities as well as mileage credit when ticketed by Pacific Delight Tours.
4 nights • Century Park Hotel Bangkok
Century Park Hotel Bangkok, a Four-Star city hotel, having 24- storey and 380 well appointed Superior, Deluxe, Grand Deluxe rooms, Junior Suites and Executive Suites with a full range of international standard amenities. Located in the Victory Monument commercial and shopping area of Bangkok, 30 minutes distance by car to Suvarnabhumi international Airport, short walking distance to the Mass Transit System, and other major tourist attractions.
2 nights • Sheraton Hanoi Hotel
Close to the bustle and excitement of the city, Sheraton Hanoi Hotel is surrounded by lush gardens, sweeping lawns, and tranquil courtyards. This peaceful oasis features picturesque views of West Lake and is less than 10 minutes from downtown Hanoi.
1 night • Halong Plaza Hotel - Halong Bay
The moment you step in... indulge in four star luxury, ahead of its class. Understated yet distinguished, our service and hospitality philosophy will make you feel at home. A wide array of small and large banquet and meeting rooms are available seating up to 200 persons. Fully equipped with the latest conference equipment and banqueting facilities.
1 night • Furama Resort - Danang
Your 5-star Gateway to Central Vietnam's 'World Heritage Road' and four UNESCO-listed World Heritage sites, the luxurious Furama Resort Danang is a true icon of Vietnam tourism. This 5-star haven on world-famous 'China Beach' is celebrated as Vietnam's most prestigious resort -counting royalty, presidents, movie stars and international business leaders among its celebrity guests. A multi-award winner for its unfaltering commitment to world-class service and facilities, the Furama is not only consistently voted Vietnam's No 1 resort, leading international polls also rank it among the very best resorts in Asia. But the Furama is much more than an idyllic tropical retreat, it is also a premier base for exploring one of Asia's most exciting new destinations - in the early days of being "discovered" by international tourism.
1 night • Hotel Saigon Morin
Built in 1901 by the French businessman, Mr. Morin, this architecture of colonial style lived up to its former reputation as the choice of celebrities, intrepid adventurers and discriminating businessmen. It offered everything discerning travelers would expect from a world class hotel.
2 nights • Legend Hotel Saigon
Legend Hotel Saigon combines natural beauty and sheer opulence to provide the best for the discerning traveler. The breathtaking resort setting and its distinctive architectural interior gives one a feeling of luxury and tranquility. Nestled in Saigon's scenic riverside area and within walking distance to major commercial addresses.
2 nights • Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa - Angkor
Within the five-star Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa enjoy the comfort, elegance and superb refinement of the French Art de Vivre. The building's graceful colonial architecture of the 1930's provides a sense of peaceful tranquility. The Hotel has been designed to be in total harmony with its natural surroundings and is enchantingly situated in the heart of Siem Reap , opposite the Royal Park.
Dates and Prices
Tour Cost (per person, based on double occupancy)†
Arrival Date
End Date
Land Only
Single Supp.
2009
Sep 04
Sep 17
$3,999 Land Only
$1,399
Oct 09
Oct 22
$3,999 Land Only
$1,399
Nov 06
Nov 19
$3,999 Land Only
$1,399
Dec 04
Dec 17
$3,999 Land Only
$1,399
2010
Jan 15
Jan 28
$3,999 Land Only
$1,399
Feb 12
Feb 25
$3,999 Land Only
$1,399
Mar 12
Mar 25
$3,999 Land Only
$1,399
* Book this tour and check out our attractive rates for transpacific air and domestic add-on airfares.
†Special Notes: • Transpacific air available at attractive rates. • Government-imposed taxes and fees, of up to $120.00, apply and are additional.
• Preferred accommodations subject to change to similar class accommodations.
• Tour cost (land only) is per person, based on double occupancy. Prices are subject to change without notice and for any reason.
Travel Insurance
TRAVEL PROTECTION INSURANCE
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Single City Packages: $89* Per Person
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Trip Cancellation/Interruption
Up to Tour cost
Travel Delay
$500
Emergency Medical Evacuation/
Repatriation of Remains
$25,000
Emergency Medical Expense
$10,000
Baggage/Personal Effects
$1,000
Baggage Delay
$300
Accidental Death or Dismemberment
$10,000
Flight Accident Protection
$30,000
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Terms
IMPORTANT NOTES
We want you to get the most out of your vacation. For your own guidance, please carefully read and be sure that you fully understand the IMPORTANT NOTES and TERMS & CONDITIONS as stated below. Receipt of your payment represents your acknowledgement and acceptance of these terms and conditions. Your travel agent or Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. (PDTI) will be happy to clarify any questions you may have.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Cruise accommodations are based on double occupancy of twin–bedded stateroom with private bath. Triple occupancy in cabins is only available in Deluxe or Shangri–La suites. All Yangtze River cruise ships are People’s Republic of China registry.
Hotels are based on double occupancy. Single supplement is indicated on the itineraries. On occasions when accommodations must be assigned on a share basis due to insufficiency of single rooms, an appropriate refund will be made after returning to the U.S. Triple rooms are on request and subject to availability. Hotels are subject to change; preferred accommodations subject to change to similar class accommodations.
Tour accommodations are subject to availability at time of booking.
MEALS: Meals are included, as specified in the itineraries.
TOURS: Due to occasional flight delays, weather conditions or other unforeseen situations, it may not be possible to include some sightseeing tours as scheduled. Cultural and acrobatic shows and other performances may not be available during holidays and seasonal recess in China. If it becomes necessary to change the means of transportation or any other service, or for the tour to be prolonged through circumstances beyond the control of the ground operator, any additional tour cost must be borne by the passenger and is payable immediately. Due to weather, varying water levels on the Yangtze River or construction at the Three Gorges Dam, Yangtze River cruise routes and shore excursions are subject to possible change.
ESCORTED TOURS: For all tours, we reserve the right to alter arrangements to better accommodate a small group, or to cancel the tour.
GOLD EXPERIENCE AND GOLD EXCLUSIVE tours: A group size of 6 or more participants will be escorted from arrival in China by a professional bilingual Tour Director throughout mainland China and locally guided in Hong Kong. With less than 6 passengers, the tour may be locally guided throughout and we reserve the right to alter arrangements to best accommodate a smaller group, or to cancel the tour. Hotel porterage tipping is included in GOLD EXPERIENCE and GOLD EXCLUSIVE tours.
ESCAPADE tours: A group of 10 or more participants will be escorted by a professional bilingual Tour Director throughout mainland China and locally guided in Hong Kong, Bangkok and Japan, when applicable. A group size of less than 10 participants will be locally guided in each city; and we reserve the right to alter arrangements to best accommodate a smaller group, or to cancel the tour. Should the group size fall below 10 or less participants, supplemental charges may apply; and we reserve the right to cancel the tour.
SUPERVALUE tours: Unless specified below, a group of 10 or more participants will be escorted by a professional bilingual Tour Director throughout mainland China and locally guided in other Asian cities when applicable. If the group size falls below 10 or less participants, supplemental charges may apply; and we reserve the right to cancel the tour. For all tours, we reserve the right to alter arrangements to better accommodate a small group, or to cancel the tour.
18 DAY SCENIC CHINA & YANGTZE RIVER SUPERVALUE: A group of 6 or more participants will be escorted by a professional bilingual Tour Director throughout mainland China and locally guided in Hong Kong. If the group size falls below 6 participants, supplemental charges may apply; and we reserve the right to cancel the tour.
17 DAY THAILAND & THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE SUPERVALUE: A group of 10 or more participants will be escorted by a professional bilingual Tour Director throughout the tour. If the group size falls below 10 participants, supplemental charges may apply; and we reserve the right to cancel the tour.
MODULAR TOURS & ANY PRE/POST–TOUR CITY PACKAGES/MODULARS AND EXTENSIONS offered are locally guided with a minimum of 2 passengers, we reserve the right to alter arrangements, or to cancel the tour if we have less than the minimum number of participants.
NOTE:
1) If any tour is operated with less than the minimum number of passengers, a supplemental charge will apply. Please note that we reserve the right to cancel any tour with less than the minimum number of passengers.
2) Participants on locally guided tours will be transferred in each city, but will not be accompanied on flights between cities. When travel between cities is by motor coach, a guide will travel with the group.
3) Unless specified, initial arrival and final departure transfers are included when you purchase transpacific air from Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. Call us for transfer costs for land only arrivals and departures.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Passengers traveling to China: U.S. passports with a six–month validity AFTER the date of return are required for all tour participants. Passports must have four (4) blank pages, excluding pages 22, 23 & 24 which are not accepted as visa pages. Upon request, PDTI will secure the visa for entry into the People’s Republic of China (not required for Hong Kong) for a nominal fee. All applications must be forwarded to the Chinese Consulate for their approval. PDTI cannot guarantee the acceptance of your visa application. If for any reason your application is denied, a full refund will be made on any payment. It is the responsibility of all non–U.S. citizens to check visa and health requirements with appropriate consulates, in addition to travel agent, and to have the correct documentation prepared for travel outside of the U.S. Passengers traveling to Tibet: Entry permits to Tibet are handled by Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. Your China visa is required in order for us to issue your entry permit into Tibet. Please note that if your China visa is not handled by PDTI, we require a copy of the China visa no less than four weeks prior to departure. Please contact PDTI for helpful information regarding visas for other Asian countries described herein.
HEALTH: In general, tours are quite active and require a good deal of walking, frequently including stairs. Tibet requires travel into areas of high altitude and with extreme temperature fluctuation. We strongly recommend that you discuss any health concerns regarding these points with your personal physician. Additional Assistance: In order to ensure the smooth operation of the tour for all group members, any traveler requiring special assistance must be accompanied by an adult who is responsible for providing all such assistance. PDTI is under no obligation whatsoever to provide any special assistance. You are required to notify PDTI, in writing, prior to the time of booking of any physical disability or medical condition which may require any special assistance during the tour. Please note that for the physically challenged, access to some facilities may not be available at the same required levels standard in the US.
PDTI’s tour directors and their designees reserve the right to exclude passengers from participating in tours if, in their sole discretion, they believe that the tour may be challenging to the passenger or could detract from the full enjoyment of the other tour participants.
Currently, vaccinations are not required. As health requirements change without notice, please check with your personal physician or public health service for current required or recommended inoculations.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
You are encouraged to carefully review the full text of our Terms & Conditions.
RESERVATIONS
1. DEPOSIT: All Deposits, Travel Protection Fees and Visa Fees paid to Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. (PDTI) may be paid by credit card (MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express), with signed credit card authorization form, or by check. Upon receipt of your deposit, written confirmation/invoice and Passenger Information Form will be sent. Receipt of deposit confirms your reservation and is applied toward final payment. Deposit.................................................................US $300.00 per person
IMPORTANT: In order to properly complete and process your reservation, the following items are required in this office in addition to your reservation and deposit:
a. Photocopy of your valid passport (picture/name page)
b. Completed Passenger Information Form
2. TRAVEL PROTECTION INSURANCE: Travel Protection Insurance payment (non-refundable/non-transferable) is due at time of deposit and is in addition to deposit amount. Multi-City Packages..................................................US $169.00 per person Single City Packages................................................US $ 89.00 per person Travel Protection Insurance is strongly recommended. Pre-existing conditions exclusion is waived when insurance is purchased within seven (7) days of deposit. Travel Protection Insurance may be purchased any time before date of departure, but pre-existing conditions exclusion is not applicable if purchased more than seven (7) days after deposit is paid. Rates subject to change without notice.
3. AIRLINE RESERVATIONS AND PASSENGER NAMES: Passport number, date and place of issue, and birth date is now required by many foreign governments as well as some airlines in order to confirm services. Names on your airline tickets must match the first and last name listed on the passport. It is the responsibility of the travel agent/traveler to verify that the name shown on the invoice exactly matches the traveler’s passport name. A revision fee of $100.00 per person will be charged if name must be changed within 75 days prior to tour departure date; changes are also subject to airline penalties. PDTI is not responsible for any ticket reissue charges or denial of boarding by an airline due to name discrepancy.
4. CHINA VISAS: PDTI will be pleased to secure your China visa for a nominal fee. US Passports must have at least a six–month validity AFTER the date of return and should have at least four (4) blank pages for visa stamps, excluding pages 22, 23 & 24 which are not accepted as visa pages. Passports should be sent to our office at least 75 days prior to departure date with completed and signed Visa Application Form, one (1) passport-size (2"x2") color photo, and payment by credit card or check. Visa fee is non-refundable once the visa is issued. Visa fees as shown are in effect at time of printing and are subject to change; please refer to our visa section or call for complete visa application details. PDTI does not accept responsibility for passengers in possession of incorrect or invalid visas. Passengers traveling to Tibet: Entry permits to Tibet are handled by Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. Your China visa is required in order for us to issue your entry permit into Tibet. Please note that if your China visa is not handled by PDTI, we require a copy of the China visa no less than four weeks prior to departure. China Visa Fee (passport must be received at PDTI office, 75 days prior to departure).......................... US $175.00 per person*
*Mailing or delivery fees are additional; see our visa section for details.
5. CANCELLATION FEES: (All tours): Written notice of cancellation must be received by Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. either by mail, fax, or e–mail. Oral cancellation by phone will not be accepted.
75 days or more before departure...........................US $300.00 per person*
74 to 30 days before departure................................US $400.00 per person*
29 to 16 days before departure................................US $500.00 per person*
15 to 3 days before departure...............................US $1,000.00 per person*
2 to 1 day(s) before departure...............................US $2,000.00 per person*
On or after departure date..................................100% forfeiture of tour price*
*Plus any additional charges assessed by land suppliers or airlines, in addition to any revision fees. Pacific Delight Tours reserves the right to issue airline tickets immediately upon receipt of your tour deposit.
GENERAL BOOKING CONDITIONS
1. FINAL PAYMENT: Air/Land or Land Only Payment: Due 75 days prior to departure and may be made by check or credit card, with signed authorization form. Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. (PDTI), the tour operator, reserves the right to cancel bookings not paid in full by 75 days prior to departure date, or to modify your tour arrangements to accommodate unforeseen circumstances due to high demand for air, cruise and hotel space. You will be notified immediately should this situation arise.
2. LATE FINAL PAYMENT FEE: To ensure smooth tour operation, final payment must be received at least 75 days prior to departure. A $100.00 per person late payment fee will be added to your invoice if final payment is not received by 75 days prior to departure date. Reservations are subject to cancellation if final payment is not received by 75 days and cancellation fees will apply.
3. PROMOTIONAL DISCOUNTS: Discounts are applicable to final payment and valid only when payment is received by deposit and final payment due dates. Promotional discounts are not combinable. Unfortunately, we are not able to apply promotional discounts when payments are not received by the specified due dates.
4. RESERVATIONS 74–46 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE: While booking early ensures the widest choice of availability, we will make every effort to accommodate spontaneous travel plans. Reservations will be taken only with full payment to avoid the late payment fee shown above. Payment by credit card must be accompanied by credit card authorization form. Prices may be subject to change less than 75 days prior to departure.
5. LATE BOOKINGS: For new reservations made within 60 days prior to departure, a $50.00 per person administrative handling fee will be assessed for all tours. Reservations will be taken only with full payment. Late bookings are subject to availability and will incur additional charges assessed by suppliers. PDTI reserves the right to refuse reservations requested less than 30 days prior to departure.
6. REVISIONS: After deposit, a $20.00 per person fee for each revision, including addition or deletion of services, will be assessed for any changes in air and/or land arrangements (plus supplier’s penalties). Once documents/tickets are issued, changes are not permitted. Revision fee is in addition to any rebooking fees.
7. REBOOKING: A change in departure date or from one tour to another after your original reservation has been processed is considered a cancelled trip, and cancellation fees will apply.
AIR & LAND INFORMATION:
PDTI will provide air transportation in conjunction with land tours, based on the applicable airfares on participating carriers, subject to the rules and regulations of the class, fare and service of the individual airline. Due to special contracted net agreements, supplements or credits for air deviations may not be equal to published airfare differentials. Domestic carriers provide air transportation in China and Asia. Airfares are subject to change and any increase in airfare is not included in the tour fare. Depending on airfare class used, the airfare may be non–refundable and subject to full cancellation penalties. Tour extensions may incur weekend surcharges. PDTI endeavors to follow the itineraries precisely; however, if flights are not available at the scheduled time, we reserve the right to modify the air and land arrangements for smooth operation of the tour.
BAGGAGE: Free allowances, limits, and additional charges for checked and carry-on baggage may apply and vary by airline, frequent flyer status, booking class, destination (e.g., baggage allowance differs for the transpacific and China/inter–Asia sections of your tour), bag size and weight. Refer to the airline’s website for details on their checked and carry–on baggage rules. Baggage allowances and charges are subject to change. We strongly recommend baggage insurance as PDTI does not assume any responsibility for loss or damage to baggage or passenger’s belongings. It is at passenger’s risk throughout. For the most up–to–date requirements please check with your air carrier prior to your flight.
REFUND ON UNUSED OR CHANGED TOUR ARRANGEMENTS: Portions of land arrangements, hotel accommodations or any other service or feature of the tour, which are not used, are neither refundable nor exchangeable. Travel Protection Insurance fee is nonrefundable. Refund claims must be made in writing through the agent from whom the tour has been purchased within 14 days of the termination of the tour. A written statement from the Tour Manager certifying the exact services not rendered must be attached to this claim.
LAND ONLY & LAND/CRUISE ONLY TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE:
1. Transpacific air.
2. Government–imposed taxes and fees, of up to $100, apply and are additional. These may change without notice.
3. Airline–imposed baggage fees.
4. Fees for delivery of tour documentation to international destinations.
5. Cost of passport and visas; and all items of a personal nature.
6. Any fees incurred due to delays, changes or cancellations beyond Pacific Delight Tours’ control.
7. The customary end–of–tour gratuity to tour managers and tips to local guides and drivers are not included. Tips to restaurant and hotel waiters, chambermaids and porters are not included. Exception: GOLD EXPERIENCE/GOLD EXCLUSIVE tours include hotel porterage tipping.
8. Transpacific flights from USA/first point of entry abroad, or last point of exit on tour/USA are not included. Domestic flights within China and inter–Asia, depending on the tour program, are included in land tour price. International and domestic air schedules are subject to change at any time. If you make your own flights arrangements, Pacific Delight Tours will not be responsible for any loss resulting from cancellations, delays, or changes in land or flight schedules.
NOTE: In addition to the above, (a) the 14 DAY JAPAN & CHINA ESCAPADE (T9AE14JC) does not include the TYO/PEK sector and (b) for the 11 DAY HONG KONG, SINGAPORE & BANGKOK SUPERVALUE (T9AS11HB), all intra–Asian sectors are included when you book transpacific air with PDTI.
9. Unless specified, initial arrival and final departure transfers are included when you purchase transpacific air from Pacific Delight Tours, Inc. Call us for transfer costs for land only arrivals and departures.
Responsibility
Pacific Delight Tours Inc. (hereinafter PDTI) acts as a tour operator and agent. The suppliers that provide transportation, conveyance or accommodations are independent contractors and are not agents or employees of PDTI. All tickets, coupons and receipts issued by PDTI and all arrangements for transport, conveyance or accommodations are made by PDTI as agent of the suppliers. By utilizing the services of suppliers, you agree that neither PDTI nor any of its officers, directors, employees, subsidiaries or affiliates shall be liable for any injury, damage, loss, accident or delay incurred by you or those traveling with you in connection with any accommodations, transportation, conveyance or other services of whatsoever nature resulting directly or indirectly from any acts or default of the suppliers or from any occurrence or condition, including but not limited to defects in vehicles or vessels, breakdown in equipment or the negligence of their operators. PDTI, its employees, officers, directors, subsidiaries or affiliates also shall not be liable for any injury, damage, loss, claim or accident resulting directly or indirectly (i) from delays, cancellations or changes in flights, itineraries, schedules, or other services of any nature whatsoever, (ii) from strikes, theft, sickness, weather, quarantine or any other causes of any nature whatsoever or (iii) from acts or omissions of any Government, its local subdivisions, bureaus or authorities.
All tour itineraries and fares may be affected by alterations or delays in air or surface transportation services of the various countries. PDTI reserves the right to withdraw any tour and to make such alterations in the itineraries which, in its sole discretion, it may find desirable for the convenience of the parties or the proper operation of the tour. PDTI reserves the right to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of the tour party at any time.
NOTE: All tour fares shown are based on the value of foreign currencies in relation to the U.S. dollar in effect at the date of the building of the site and on the tariffs, airfares, taxes and fuel surcharges as of that same date and are subject to change at any time to reflect those or other changes since the date of the site building. PDTI reserves the right to correct promotional, pricing or typographical errors at any time. PDTI reserves the right to cancel the tour prior to departure for any reason. In such case, a full refund of all payments will constitute full settlement with the passenger.
The airlines concerned are not held to be responsible for any act or event during the time the passengers are not on board their planes or conveyances. The passenger’s contract in use by the airlines concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the airlines and the purchaser of these tours and/or passenger with respect to that service. Any and/or all transportation companies shall have or shall incur no responsibility for or liability to any traveler aside from their liability as common carriers. The carriers’ international tariff is available for inspection and will govern all aspects of the air transportation.
The Terms and Conditions contained herein and set forth in the brochures issued by PDTI and on its website, under which you agree to utilize the services of PDTI in arranging the tours, may not be amended in any way except in writing signed by an authorized officer of PDTI. By utilizing the services of PDTI, you agree the exclusive jurisdiction for all claims, suits, actions or proceedings of whatsoever nature against PDTI, its employees, officers, directors, subsidiaries or affiliates shall be the State of New York and such claim, action or proceedings shall be determined according to the laws of the State of New York. You also agree that if you have a claim against PDTI, its employees, officers, directors, subsidiaries or affiliates, (i) that you will notify PDTI, in writing, of your claim as soon as possible and (ii) that, if you choose to commence a law suit against PDTI, its employees, officers, directors, subsidiaries or affiliates, you will do so within one year from the date of the last day of the Tour on which your claim arose, failing which your claim against PDTI, its employees, officers, directors, subsidiaries or affiliates, will be forever barred.
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DAY 5 • Tuesday • Hanoi/Halong Bay 
DAY 9 • Saturday • Hue/Ho Chi Minh City
This morning, fly to Siem Reap, gateway to Cambodia's most famous landmark, Angkor Wat. Capital of the Khmers from 802 to 1441 AD, Angkor's religious citadel is one of the largest temple complexes in the world, containing exquisite examples of Khmer and Hindu art. The largest, best preserved, and most religiously significant of the Angkor temples, Angkor Wat impresses visitors both by its sheer scale and beautifully proportioned layout, as well as the delicate artistry of its carvings. You will also visit the site of jungle-covered Ta Prohm. Continue on to mysterious Bayon Temple, one of the most compelling in Angkor, and explore its galleries of beautifully preserved bas reliefs. Ascend narrow stairs to reach the central sanctuary, where you will find giant stone faces smiling enigmatically down at you from every angle. 